Choice 2: John 14:15–17, 26–27; 15:26–27; 16:7–8, 13–14. The Savior’s Instructions about the Holy Ghost

1. As you study the following verses, make a list of what the Savior taught about (1) what the Holy Ghost does and (2) what disciples must do to receive the Holy Ghost:
   • John 14:15–17- The Holy Ghost comforts us and they should pray to receive it.
   • John 14:26–27- The Holy Ghost teaches us all things.
   • John 15:26–27- The Holy Ghost is a comforter. 
   • John 16:7–8- The Holy Ghost reproves the world of sin and righteousness & judgement. 
   • John 16:13–14- The Holy Ghost guides us to the truth. 
2. Add to your list above as you study the following resources:
• Institute student manual Points to Ponder, “The Holy Ghost Brings Man to His Fullest Potential” (pg. 168) Inspires virtue, kindness, goodness, tenderness, gentleness, and charity. It strengthens and gives tone to the nerves. 
• Institute student manual Points to Ponder, “As a Messenger of the Godhead, the Holy Ghost Teaches Faithful Members” (pg. 168) Instructs and enlightens the minds of those who, through their faithfulness have obeyed the commandments of the Father and the Son. 
• Bible Dictionary, “Holy Ghost” (pg. 704) Has been manifest in every dispensation of the gospel since the beginning. 
3. Review your list of what the Holy Ghost does. Then write responses to the following tasks:
   • Describe how the Holy Ghost helped the Apostles fulfill their missions after the Savior’s death and resurrection. Being that the Holy Ghost is a comforter, it helped the Apostles feel comfort and peace after that happened to the Savior. Without the Holy Ghost, they wouldn't have been able to cope with what was happening. 
   • Write a paragraph about a time when the Holy Ghost blessed you in one of the ways you listed above. Give an example of how the Holy Ghost has inspired you. Whenever I am scared and need comfort, the Holy Ghost has always been there to provide that for me. Whenever I would go into a test and I was nervous, saying a prayer to have the Holy Ghost with me was such a blessing. It always calmed my nerves and made me feel more comfortable. 

Choice 4: John 13:1–17; Luke 22:24–30; Mark 10:43–45. The Savior Taught the Apostles about Leadership

1. Study John 13:1–17; Luke 22:24–30; Mark 10:43–45. Write a paragraph or two about how the application of these teachings makes leadership in the Church of Jesus Christ different from what the world usually describes as leadership.

Being a leader of the Church of Jesus Christ is different than being a leader in the world today. Being a leader of the Church means that you are serving your people. In John 13:1 it says that "he loved them unto the end." Up until and even after Jesus died on the earth, he loved the people unto the end. He had endless love for everyone he lead and served. Being a leader of the church means you need to serve the people and love them. In the world today, leaders are just there to gain power and most of the time, they don't care about the people they are leading. If you are to be a good leader, you need to be invested in the people you are leading and help to make them better. 

2.   Write a paragraph or two about a time when one of your Church leaders or someone in the scriptures served and led in the way Jesus Christ taught.

I had an excellent Young Woman leader in my ward when I was younger. Her and her husband were so invested in the youth and really became friends with most of them. You could tell by the development of relationships that they really cared about us. There wasn't one specific time that stood out to me, but she always led in a way that showed she cared for everyone. When a leader tries to get to know you, becomes your friend and loves you, that's when they are leading in the way Christ taught. 

Choice 2: Mark 13; Luke 21:5-38; Joseph Smith-Matthew. Preparing for the Savior's Second Coming

1. Review Mark 13:5, 9, 23, 33, 35, 37 and identify the words take heed and watch in each verse. List at least three things from this chapter that believers could watch for in order to be prepared to meet the Lord.

• We need to always be prayerful and have faith because we do not know when the Lord is coming. 
• We need to be studying the scriptures so that we can see the signs of when the Lord is coming. 
• We should listen to the Lord because he knows all things. 

2. Explain in writing any other additional truths that are taught in the following references about how to prepare for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ.

D&C 87:8- It is important that we have a firm foundation of the gospel in our lives because we won't know when the Lord will come.
JS-Matthew 1:32- We should be listening to the prophet's counsel.
JS-Matthew 1:37- We should listen to the Lord's words and act upon them.
JS-Matthew 1:46-50- We need to be ready at all times and have faith in the Lord.
D&C 33:17- Be ready for the coming of the Lord at all times.
D&C 45:56-57- We should live the truth of the gospel and always be prepared.

Choice 2: Matthew 21-22. Jesus Was Rejected by the Jewish Leaders

Review Matthew 21-22. Make a written comparison of how the Jewish leaders were like each of the following:

1. The fig tree in Matthew 21:17-20- The leaders didn't believe in Christ so they "withered away".
2. The second son in Matthew 21:28-32- The second son said he would go, but he lied and did not go work like his father asked.
3. The husbandmen in Matthew 21:33-41.
4. The wedding guests and the man without the wedding garment in Matthew 22:1-14- Many are called but few are chosen.

Choice 2: Luke 16: 1-12, 19-31, 17:11-19, 18: 1-4. Parables and accounts that teach eternal truth

What are the major principles that the Lord wants us to understand from each of the parables?

1. Luke 16:1-12, pg. 124: Instead of trying to plan for your "future" here on this life and obsessing over worldly riches, we should be preparing ourselves to return to the Savior's kingdom.
2. Luke 16: 19-31, pg. 124-25: We need to share the gospel with others so that they can have it on the earth and bring it with them to spirit paradise.
3. Luke 17:11-19, pg. 130: Our Heavenly Father is the only one who can give us blessings and we should be grateful.
4. Luke 18:1-8, pg. 131: If we ask God for help with an honest heart, he will hear and answer us.
5. Luke 18: 9-14, pg. 131: If we are humble and recognize our faults, God will exalt us.